Abnormal Returns

OCTOBER 9, 2023

wiredplanning.com) Michael Kitces talks with Brett Danko who is the Founder of Brett Danko Educational Center, and the CEO and Managing Partner for Main Street Financial Solutions. advisorperspectives.com) How to choose a CFP exam study program. advisorperspectives.com) What does comprehensive financial planning entail?

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Also in industry news this week: While the FPA is going full steam ahead on its federal and state lobbying efforts to regulate the title “financial planner”, CFP Board is more focused on increasing recognition of the CFP marks.

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NAIFA Advisor Today

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Mike McGlothlin , CFP, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, NSSA, Executive Vice President, Retirement, at Ash Brokerage , is the 2024 recipient of the Kenneth Black Jr. He has demonstrated his personal commitment as a lifelong learner and educator and ethical professional. Leadership Award. FSP established the Kenneth Black Jr.

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Abnormal Returns

DECEMBER 23, 2024

roberthuebscher.substack.com) The CFP Board is thinking about boosting continuing education requirements. (crr.bc.edu) Early retirement often leads to taking Social Security early. thinkadvisor.com) Advisers Why model portfolio performance is often disappointing. financial-planning.com) How to reduce bias in your hiring process.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 17, 2023

In the early days when financial advisors were first and foremost salespeople for insurance and investments products, the reality is that "advisor training and education" wasn't really about finance or advice… it was mostly just about learning how the company's products worked and how to effectively sell them to consumers.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Here at Kitces.com, we have sought to provide advisors with the insights and education they need to help their clients (and their firms) navigate these uncertain conditions, from blog posts and podcasts on these trending topics to the continued expansion of our Kitces Courses and our popular monthly Office Hours and webinars.

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Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

JANUARY 14, 2025

By Jamie McIntyre, CFP It was pretty clear from the regulator that they didn’t want product to be the focus of what a financial planner or financial advisor led with. So with that, the message was clear: Don’t lead with a financial product as the tool that is going to help someone. They don’t want that to come from banks.

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Abnormal Returns

MAY 1, 2023

barrons.com) 529 plan funds could be used to pay for CFP educational courses. (investmentnews.com) Why it can be difficult to offload 'non-ideal' clients. riaintel.com) Austin, TX is a rapidly growing market for wealth management. investmentnews.com)

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International College of Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

My education had been in engineering, and I spent over two decades working in technical IT roles. The post Importance of Financial education & Why I Joined ICOFP – by Prem Keswani appeared first on International College of Financial Planning. At 46, I found myself at a turning point.

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Abnormal Returns

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

financial-planning.com) A profile of Dan Otter, founder of education and advocacy site 403bwise. investmentnews.com) Part one of a series on how to pass the CFP exam. (riaintel.com) How to think about the math of entering a continuing care retirement community or CCRC. alphaarchitect.com)

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 7, 2024

So, whether you're interested in learning about entering the financial advice industry as a career changer, how to build a partnership with a more senior advisor, or how to maintain work-life balance while advancing in your career, then we hope you enjoy this episode of the Financial Advisor Success podcast, with Hannah Provost.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 25, 2022

All in pursuit of our mission – Making Financial Advicers Better, and More Successful – through our ongoing focus on Navigational resources, Educational insights, Research on advicers, and Development of advicer skills. can check out our Career Opportunities page for more!

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 3, 2023

Sue is the owner of Delegated Planning, which offers virtual outsourced financial planning support to 55 advisory firms, and the co-founder of Planning Zoo, an outsourced financial planning data entry business that helps current and recently graduated students from college CFP educational programs connect with advisory firms that need paraplanner support (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 8, 2024

After several turbulent years in both markets and workforces, 2024 appears to be the 'most normal' year of late, with strong market performance, cooling (or at least no longer rising!?) interest rates, and relatively little new tax legislation (yet).

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 13, 2025

And we continue to expand the types of CE we provide as well, including the ability for Canadian CFP certificants to earn CE credit from Kitces (effective immediately for 2025!), We're also further expanding our more 'deep-dive' educational programs.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 6, 2023

And be certain to listen to the end, where Adam shares how he didn’t initially think Asset-Map would grow beyond his practice but found that having mentors and hiring the right people for the right roles helped support his journey and get him where he is today, why Adam encourages advisors looking to launch their own fintech companies to pursue (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Also in industry news this week: A recent study from advisor digital marketing firm Snappy Kraken suggests firms that invest in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), have a regular cadence of emails to their subscriber list, and include video content in these messages tend to get greater returns from their marketing efforts CFP Board has created a guide (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 11, 2023

In this episode, we talk in-depth about why Thor was inspired to create a rotating advisor structure because he found that in other professional services like medical teams that implement a similar structure, advisors shared details and in-depth knowledge of each of the firm’s clients, which creates a team environment where the client benefits (..)

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MainStreet Financial Planning

JANUARY 18, 2023

Just thinking about becoming a parent, sets off worries about how to save for a college education. In 2022, the average American paid between about $100,000 – $200,000 for a four-year college education. Over time you will get more clarity on your children’s education needs so adjust your plan as needed.

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Alpha Architect

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Let’s talk about the right approach(es) and the proper study techniques you need to pass the CFPⓇ exam with confidence and get the certification you need to advance your career in finance and investing. How to Crush the CFPⓇ Exam ?: Part 1 was originally published at Alpha Architect.

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eMoney Advisor

DECEMBER 20, 2022

A recent announcement regarding cryptocurrency from the CFP Board provided advice on crypto-related investments stating CFPs® are neither required nor prohibited from providing advice related to cryptocurrency, but “should do so with caution.” The CFP Board stated the risks as follows in its communication.

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International College of Financial Planning

DECEMBER 29, 2024

In today’s increasingly complex financial landscape, professional financial planning education has become more crucial than ever. The CFP certification stands as the gold standard in financial planning, offering professionals a comprehensive pathway to excellence in this dynamic field.

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International College of Financial Planning

APRIL 25, 2024

Achieving the status of Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) represents a significant professional milestone in financial services. These standards encompass extensive educational requirements, a rigorous examination process, relevant professional experience, and a steadfast commitment to ethical conduct.

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International College of Financial Planning

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Whether you are already a professional in the financial sector or just beginning your journey, earning the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation can be a game-changer. The CFP® Fast Track course offers a quick, efficient pathway to certification, allowing you to accelerate your career in the financial planning industry.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 26, 2022

In this episode, we talk in-depth about how after working for years in the financial industry, Amy realized there was a missed opportunity in working with career-driven Gen X women like her and decided to focus on serving that type of clientele she knew so well, how the initial fear of launching a firm on her own initially led Amy to partner with another (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 11, 2023

And in the coming year, we're going to make sure that even more of that Kitces content is eligible for not only the full range of CE credit for CFP, CPA, and the other various professional designations, but also the ever-expanding IAR CE obligation. I hope you'll continue to come along with us on the journey in 2024!

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International College of Financial Planning

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

One of the fastest and most respected ways to enter this field is through the CFP® challenge pathway. This program offers a streamlined route to earning the prestigious Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) certification, especially for experienced professionals or those with advanced qualifications in finance. Let’s dive in.

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International College of Financial Planning

JUNE 10, 2022

CFP, also known as Certified Financial Planner , is a certification given by the Financial Planning Standards Board (FPSB) to professionals who wish to take up financial planning. This certification is recognized internationally and considered the best for financial planning training, education, and ethical practice. .

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International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 9, 2024

This blog is designed to illuminate the path to becoming a CFP® professional, focusing on the critical steps involved in the admission process, exploring the myriad of career prospects, delving into the eligibility criteria, and the future of the CFP® certification.

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International College of Financial Planning

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The financial planning industry has witnessed remarkable growth, making the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification increasingly valuable for professionals seeking to advance their careers. Why Choose CFP Certification? Financial planning has emerged as one of the most rewarding career paths in the modern financial sector.

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Tobias Financial

MAY 2, 2024

The finance industry is a realm of constant evolution, and our collaboration with NSU is a cornerstone of our dedication to education, innovation, and development of future leaders. Our Tax Associate, Maria Hernandez , is actively advancing her education by pursuing a master’s degree in tax accounting at NSU.

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The CFP® Fast Track offers a time-efficient and cost-effective solution for becoming a Certified Financial Planner, especially for those in India where the cost and time associated with traditional certification methods can be daunting. Why is CFP® Certification Important for Financial Planners?

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Crafting a Comprehensive Financial Plan:  This includes a detailed net worth statement, defining SMART Goals including retirement, children education etc., A CFP® professional will critically assess the client’s current investments, suggesting modifications to ensure they resonate with the overarching financial strategy.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

In this episode, we talk in-depth about how after a few mentors in China suggested that Danqin look into private banking and wealth management (as they felt it better suited her than her initial accounting major), she began Googling potential career paths in China but instead came across the CFP Board website and immediately connected with the description (..)

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Tobias Financial

AUGUST 2, 2022

Our Wealth Advisor Catalina Franco-Cicero led an informative discussion on CHIP: The Represented Series Education Edition about financial planning and management tasks we should complete to succeed in our financial life. . Watch the full discussion here: [link] .

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eMoney Advisor

JANUARY 12, 2023

One of the options even counts as continuing education credit. Best for: All financial professionals, though most of the pro bono counseling opportunities are for CFP® professionals. E&O insurance: Yes, for CFP® pros in good standing who have completed training. Best for: CFP® professionals. Why volunteer?

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eMoney Advisor

MARCH 1, 2023

That’s why as we celebrate the achievements of women this month, I want to share how a few women in financial planning are empowering other women through networking, education, and inclusion. In addition to growing her practice built for women, she is launching educational courses to reach a wider audience. Own your worth.

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